Boston Moto trackday?

DrDesmo · June 18, 2009, 05:13:38 AM

Vin -

Glad to hear it was a success! I will be doing some track days this year as well, likely at High Plains though ....

Cheers,
Adam

ScottieDucati · June 18, 2009, 08:56:46 AM

Vin,

Glad to have you man, now get that electrical issue sorted and you'll be full-tilt all day in July

Scottie

Quote from: Vin on June 18, 2009, 04:28:30 AM
Guys- An outstanding day.

Well worth it - Heaps of track time.

The entire crew very helpfull and the day was well run. There are more than enough staff to give you tips and pointers etc.

I'll be there for the July dates

Vin

DesmoTull · June 18, 2009, 10:00:18 AM

I'm sorry I missed this one. Hopefully I'll be back on two wheels soon.

Vin · June 18, 2009, 05:01:07 PM

Mr Tull,

It would be great to see you out there.

And working on the tech issue as we speak. Should be better than ever for the Jul dates.

Vin

ScottieDucati · June 30, 2009, 10:20:17 AM

Status update Vin???

Quote from: Vin on June 18, 2009, 05:01:07 PM
Mr Tull,

It would be great to see you out there.

And working on the tech issue as we speak. Should be better than ever for the Jul dates.

Vin

DrDesmo · June 30, 2009, 10:48:22 AM

Quote from: ScottieDucati on June 30, 2009, 10:20:17 AM
Status update Vin???

I believe he has it back and has been busy pulling wheelies up and down storrow and doing burnouts

wait, i'm thinking of Q

but seriously, I think he's got it back

Adam

ScottieDucati · June 30, 2009, 10:59:15 AM

That sounds like it could be just about any number of the local espresso hooligan contingent....

DrDesmo · June 30, 2009, 11:00:01 AM

Quote from: ScottieDucati on June 30, 2009, 10:59:15 AM
That sounds like it could be just about any number of the local espresso hooligan contingent....

BU-RAAAAAAAAAAAP

Vin · July 06, 2009, 03:22:31 PM

oh i am back- down a Jeep but I am back.

looking for a 4x4 if anyone is selling.

mine swims with the fishes...

V

ducpainter · July 15, 2009, 04:58:21 PM

Disclaimer...this is just my opinion.

For the record...

when customers take out control riders...

the organization has a serious problem.

Scottie...

Eric has a...

broken rib...broken scapula.

Do you guys even care?

Take me off your list.

Vin · July 16, 2009, 03:36:57 AM

I dont usually respond to remarks like this, but thats a personal dig.
Everybody cares - it sucks to see a friend go down.

Take it off line.

V.

The Architect · July 16, 2009, 03:37:51 AM

Quote from: painter on July 15, 2009, 04:58:21 PM
Disclaimer...this is just my opinion.

For the record...

when customers take out control riders...

the organization has a serious problem.

Scottie...

Eric has a...

broken rib...broken scapula.

Do you guys even care?

Take me off your list.

What the heck happened?!

ScottieDucati · July 16, 2009, 05:55:20 AM

I don't quite understand the logic behind that, at a trackday its the customers who generally lack experience, hence they're at a trackday looking to improve. Unfortunately, one of the least enjoyable parts of this business is seeing customers and friends make mistakes. I would have some serious concern if things were the other way around (if a control rider took out a customer, then the organization has a problem).

I just spoke with Eric, first and foremost he's (mostly) OK and should be back in the swing of things in a few weeks. Regarding what happened, he's obviously bummed out but ultimately feels the same way. Unfortunately, he got the short end of the stick when a less experienced rider and customer made one of those classic mis-judgments that we have all made. Faced with a decision of whether to complete the pass or not, he thought he had room to complete the pass. He was passing as per the Intermediate group rules (on the outside) and lost Eric in his field of vision and made the turn. The two lines intersected and well, you know the rest of the story.

The customer made a mistake, and apologized after the fact. In track riding, it will happen. What we hope for the future, is they learn and progress from such mistakes and improve as a rider. I also hope Eric a speedy recovery, and to have him back as he's been one of the best CRs we could ask for.

ducpainter · July 16, 2009, 05:57:21 AM

Did the customer ride the remainder of the day?

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Quote from: ScottieDucati on July 16, 2009, 05:55:20 AM
<snip> Faced with a decision of whether to complete the pass or not, he thought he had room to complete the pass. He was passing as per the Intermediate group rules (on the outside) and lost Eric in his field of vision and made the turn. The two lines intersected and well, you know the rest of the story.

The customer made a mistake, and apologized after the fact. In track riding, it will happen. What we hope for the future, is they learn and progress from such mistakes and improve as a rider. I also hope Eric a speedy recovery, and to have him back as he's been one of the best CRs we could ask for.

But he broke the rules as he didn't maintain a 6 foot distance...

...and that stuff happens in racing Scottie.

Wheels don't get taken in track riding....and you know it.

So I ask again...

what were the consequences for the "guy that made a mistake"?

BTW...sorry to hear about your mishap.

Qfactor · July 17, 2009, 12:48:38 PM

Nate,

Long story short; The rider was given a firm warning and closely monitored for the rest of the day.

Long story long; the rider wasn't sent packing, he is a frequent track rider with many laps under my supervision (both that day and others). I know from experience that he is very cautious with his passes. I was dumbfounded when I heard it was him. And I personally worked with him for most of the afternoon to ensure that he was being safe.
Eric's report on the incident made a large difference on the decision made.

we wish Eric a quick return to the track.

Q

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